Superintendent (Legal) – UPSC
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Qualification
- Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Law (L.L.B) from a recognized University.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of experience as an Officer of State Judicial Service, in a Legal Department of a State, in legal affairs as a Central Government servant, or as an Advocate at the Bar.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 30 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Superintendent (Legal) position within the Legislative Department offers a prestigious opportunity for legal professionals to contribute to the drafting and vetting of national legislative proposals. This permanent Group B Gazetted post involves high-level supervision of legal sections and the scrutiny of statutory rules to ensure legislative accuracy. Candidates with a Bachelor's Degree in Law and two years of relevant legal experience can secure a stable career with a competitive Level 8 pay scale. This role is particularly attractive for those seeking to influence the legal framework of the country while working at the heart of the Ministry of Law and Justice in New Delhi.
- The maximum age limit for UR candidates is 30 years, with a 10-year relaxation available for PwBD applicants.
- Selection is primarily based on a personal interview, though the Commission may conduct a Recruitment Test if the number of applicants is high.
- Candidates must submit their applications through the official UPSC ORA portal before the closing time of 18:00 hours on 31-07-2026.
- The post is permanent and includes a two-year probation period to ensure satisfactory performance in legislative duties.
- A non-refundable application fee of ₹25 is applicable for General/OBC/EWS male candidates, while others are exempted.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Level 08 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix plus applicable allowances.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience.
Recruitment Test (RT) may be conducted if application volume is high.
Personal Interview (Minimum suitability: UR-50, OBC-45, SC/ST/PwBD-40 marks).
Document Verification at the time of interview.
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS Male: Rs. 25 SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Nil
Reservation
Reservation is provided for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD candidates as per Government of India rules.
Specific vacancies are reserved for PwBD candidates in several categories.
Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates is applicable where posts are reserved.
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC ORA website at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/.
- Complete the Universal Registration Number (URN) process if not already registered.
- Fill out the post-specific application module with accurate personal and professional details.
- Upload required documents including matriculation certificate for DOB, degree/diploma certificates, and experience letters in PDF format.
- Capture a live photograph and upload a clear signature as per the specified instructions.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 25 (if applicable) using online banking or card payment.
- Submit the application and take a printout of the finally submitted form for future reference.
- Ensure the application is submitted before the deadline of 18:00 hrs on 31st July 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Superintendent (Legal) post carries a salary at Level 8 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, which typically ranges from ₹47,600 to ₹1,51,100 plus applicable allowances.
Applicants must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university and have at least two years of experience in legal affairs or as an advocate.
The upper age limit is 30 years for Unreserved candidates, with relaxations of up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).